| 1998 African Championships | |
|---|---|
 Host stadium in Dakar | |
| Dates | 18–22 August |
| Host city | Dakar, Senegal |
| Venue | Stade Léopold Senghor |
| Events | 42 |
| Participation | 395 athletes from 39 nations |
The 11th African Championships in Athletics were held in Dakar, Senegal, from August 18 to August 22 at the Stade Léopold Senghor.